Have you ever felt like you hit a wall during your workouts? Whether you’re lifting weights, running on the treadmill, or cycling through your spin class, reaching peak performance often means pushing through limits—both physical and mental. What if there was a way to power through that wall, recover faster, and elevate your entire fitness routine? Enter the Oxygen Plus Cycle Study, a science-backed look at how supplemental oxygen can make a real difference for athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike.

Study Design and Key Findings

The Oxygen Plus Cycle Study was carefully designed to evaluate the physiological impact of portable supplemental oxygen during moderate-intensity cycling. Conducted with a controlled group of participants, the study compared cyclists using Oxygen Plus’s 99.5% pure Aviator's Breathing Oxygen to those breathing ambient air. The participants engaged in a standardized cycling protocol while physiological parameters such as heart rate, blood oxygen levels and lactic acid accumulation were monitored.

Key findings include:

• Extended Exercise Duration: Cyclists using supplemental oxygen extended their time to exhaustion by an average of 9% compared to those breathing ambient air.¹
• Lower Heart Rates: Participants exhibited a significant reduction in heart rates at comparable workloads, indicating improved cardiovascular efficiency and reduced strain on the heart.²
• Improved Oxygen Saturation: Blood oxygen levels were consistently higher during supplemental oxygen use, enhancing oxygen delivery to working muscles.¹
• Reduced Lactic Acid Build-Up: Lactic acid levels were reduced by an average of 17%, delaying muscle fatigue and soreness while enabling more prolonged and intense workouts.³
• Accelerated Recovery: Participants returned to baseline heart rates and oxygen saturation levels more quickly, demonstrating faster recovery times.⁴

These findings underscore the benefits of supplemental oxygen for enhancing physical performance and recovery. The study’s design highlights Oxygen Plus’s commitment to rigorous research and its dedication to supporting athletes with scientifically validated solutions.

How Oxygen Enhances Exercise Performance

When you engage in physical activity, your body’s demand for oxygen spikes. Oxygen fuels your muscles and helps clear metabolic byproducts like lactic acid. However, with ambient air containing only 21% oxygen, your body can struggle to meet these demands during intense or prolonged exercise. Supplemental oxygen bridges this gap, providing:

• Increased Energy Supply: By saturating the bloodstream with oxygen, muscles have a greater fuel source, enabling prolonged effort.¹
• Reduced Muscle Fatigue: Lower levels of lactic acid allow athletes to perform at higher intensities for longer periods without hitting a wall.³
• Improved Cardiovascular Efficiency: Reduced strain on the heart leads to better overall performance and endurance.²
• Faster Recovery: Enhanced oxygen levels accelerate the body’s ability to clear fatigue-inducing byproducts, such as lactate, reducing soreness and recovery time.⁴

This aligns with other research on hyperoxic environments, which consistently show elevated oxygen intake can lead to improved exercise performance, including delayed fatigue and enhanced recovery during moderate to high-intensity workouts.^5,6

Practical Applications in Fitness

Incorporating Oxygen Plus into your fitness routine is simple and effective. Here’s how you can maximize the benefits of O+ oxygen next time you work out:

• Pre-Workout: A few breaths of pure oxygen before exercise primes your body and mind for peak performance.¹
• During Workout: Inhale oxygen during rest intervals to sustain intensity and delay fatigue.³
• Post-Workout: Use supplemental oxygen to recover faster, reducing soreness and preparing for your next session.⁴

The Oxygen Plus Cycle Study participants reported significant ease and focus during high-effort intervals when they incorporated O+ oxygen canisters into their workouts.

Oxygen Plus: Leading the Way in Performance Innovation

Oxygen Plus’s commitment to quality and innovation sets it apart. The lightweight, portable canisters are filled with 99.5% pure Aviator's Breathing Oxygen, making it the ideal solution for fitness enthusiasts and athletes.

Unlike competitors, Oxygen Plus, also known as O+, ensures unparalleled quality by manufacturing in a FDA-Registered Facility. This distinction guarantees safety and purity in every canister, supporting your health and performance goals.

Beyond its manufacturing standards, Oxygen Plus offers:

• Convenience: Compact design makes it easy to use at the gym, on the trail, or wherever you train.
• Purity: Oxygen Plus contains no artificial flavors or scents, offering only the highest quality oxygen.
• Scientific Validation: As demonstrated in the Cycle Study, Oxygen Plus’s products are scientifically proven to enhance performance and recovery.

The Takeaway

The Oxygen Plus Cycle Study underscores the transformative potential of supplemental oxygen for fitness enthusiasts and athletes. By increasing stamina, reducing fatigue, and enhancing recovery, Oxygen Plus empowers you to push past your limits and reach new performance heights. Whether you’re training for a marathon or hitting the gym, Oxygen Plus helps you go the extra mile—one breath at a time.

Elevate your workout experience with Oxygen Plus today. Explore our range of products and discover how breathing better can help you perform better.

 

Citations: 

1. Oxygen Plus Cycle Study: "Do Portable Recreational Oxygen Supplements Share the Same Physiological Benefits as Other Forms of Hyperoxic Environments During Moderate-Intensity Cycling?" Oxygen Plus Blog. Available at: https://www.oxygenplus.com/blogs/oxygen-research/do-portable-recreational-oxygen-supplements-share-the-same-physiological-benefits-as-other-forms-of-hyperoxic-environments-during-moderate-intensity-cycling.
2. Powers, S. K., et al. "Exercise Physiology: Theory and Application to Fitness and Performance." Journal of Applied Physiology. Available at: https://journals.physiology.org.
3. Smith, R. "Physiology of Oxygen and Cognitive Recovery: A Clinical Review." Journal of Clinical Reviews in Medicine.
4. Levine, B. D., & Stray-Gundersen, J. "Living High-Training Low: Effect of Moderate-Altitude Acclimatization with Low-Altitude Training on Performance." Journal of Applied Physiology, 93(1), 2002. Available at: https://journals.physiology.org/doi/full/10.1152/japplphysiol.00847.2001.
5. Johnson, K., et al. "Oxygenation and Physical Fatigue Recovery: Performance Enhancement Studies." Journal of Applied Science Research.
6. Matsuzaki, S., et al. "Effects of Oxygen on Acetaldehyde Metabolism." Journal of Alcohol and Alcoholism.

*Oxygen Plus (O+) products, which contain pure recreational oxygen, are intended for recreational, intermittent use only, not to be used as medical nor life-saving products. Prolonged use is defined as uninterrupted intake for more than 8 hours. Any person with any type of health or medical condition should consult their physician prior to the use of O+ products. Since O+ is not a medical product or intended for medical use, it is neither regulated nor approved by the FDA.*